Dean House, trading as Betta Living - the Oldham, Lancs-based kitchen and bedroom specialist retailer, announced on Tuesday that is to temporarily cease trading.

Administrators in the form of FRP Advisory have been appointed and are currently reviewing the company's financial position, whilst marketing the business and assets for sale. They say they "will consider any offers received" and that they are "currently in discussions with a number of parties and are hopeful of securing a deal that sees the existing order book fulfilled".

A statement on Betta Living's website says:

"At present the business has ceased to trade and orders are not currently being despatched. The Joint Administrators are reviewing the order book and will be contacting customers this week.

"If any customer has a query we would ask them to consult the frequently asked questions or contact FRP at bettaliving@frpadvisory.com"